Title: ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh ## Photo gallery for ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh ![Sun loungers - ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh (Pencaitland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211100/75211069/8056c864.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh (Pencaitland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211100/75211069/736d2f11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh (Pencaitland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211100/75211069/61927c63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh (Pencaitland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211100/75211069/2c96d9c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh (Pencaitland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211100/75211069/w2724h1227x0y0-f8747f22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the charming village of Pencaitland, Islay House offers a serene retreat with its own private garden and gated driveway. Unwind in the modern kitchen, stay connected with WiFi, or indulge in your favorite shows on the 55 inch Smart TV. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2753 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh Islay House is a beautiful, Victorian home in the peaceful village of Pencaitland. Ideally situated for accessing Edinburgh or the golf courses and beaches of East Lothian. The accommodation forms the East Wing of our home and has its own front door, private garden and gated driveway. The house has a fully equipped modern kitchen, Wi-Fi, 55 inch Smart TV with Netflix and Prime. The village has 2 shops, Petrol Station, a new Gastropub - The Winton, opened in Aug, 2022-very busy, would recommend booking, and the Glenkinchie Whisky distillery. Pet must not be left alone in property ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number EL00135P ## About the area Located in Pencaitland, a neighborhood in Tranent, this vacation home is in a rural area. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Meadowbank Stadium or Easter Road Stadium. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, horse riding, and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Tranent travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Tranent.dx504352) [View more Vacation homes in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6069845-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.90768%2C-2.89339&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J_xZ068TCMhcv1pAIqEMHlLGZrQ=) Pencaitland, Scotland ### What's nearby - ![Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129679/519ee91c-169e-4464-8e7f-889b559cf4ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Princes Street 31 min drive \- 29.2 km - ![sunset time, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129680/b0aa6d48-51b3-4993-b8c7-66a149700e62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Royal Mile 31 min drive \- 29.5 km - ![Edinburgh Zoo which includes zoo animals and marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501017/be6a38b5-455e-4522-945e-d46b60d4486e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Edinburgh Zoo 31 min drive \- 38.1 km - ![Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500994/fa5ce512-5bc1-4346-92b7-925b310f5462.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Edinburgh Castle 32 min drive \- 29.4 km - Glenkinchie Distillery 5 min drive \- 3.9 km ### Getting around - Prestonpans Station 16 min drive - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 40 min drive ### Restaurants - Perk 10 min drive - The Tower Inn 10 min drive - Greggs 8 min drive - The Boatie Bleat 13 min drive - Longniddry Inn 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh? ### What time is check-out at ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh? ### Where is ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra W. Aug 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location for a relaxing stay with a dog Everything was as described. The area was ideal to take the dog for long or short walks. Sandra the owner was very welcoming and we even got a starter set for Breakfast. Sandra was so polite and gave us a lift and even picked us up from an appointment with her own car and had an eye on our dog while we were away. So kind! ##### Sandra W. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen L. May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleasant Stay Overall it was a great stay. The hosts were very personable and very willing to help with ideas of what to see and where to eat. Also, the Hosts were very kind and upon our arrival there was a bottle of wine, 2 apples, 2 bananas, package of bagels and shortbread cookies. Milk in the refrigerator along with butter and marmalade. We were disappointed there was not a clothes dryer as mentioned in the listing. When we asked the host about it, she said the dryer is the clothes line. Not sure that qualifies as a dryer. Also being from the desert in Nevada, USA I was cold and the host said the thermostat resets to 18 degrees Celsius or 61 degrees Fahrenheit. Luckily there were several blankets in the living room and I was able to be comfortable. Other than those 2 things everything was great. ##### Karen L. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael R. Aug 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Sandra, was wonderful as our host. She responded quickly to any requests we had. We highly recommend her!!! ##### Michael R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Astrid S. Aug 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing We very much loved this property and it's surroundings. Would certainly recommend this home. ##### Astrid S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property and Host Accepted our booking at short notice and communicated straight away. Property was perfect and Sandra made us feel at home with all the facilities, supplies and information. Really went the extra mile. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqui O., Newcastle upon Tyne Apr 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Easter Break What a perfect find for a relaxing break. Sandra was a lovely host, goody packs and many extras were provided. We enjoyed our bottle of fizz in the summer house .. thank you. The house was very clean, all on one level and had everything we needed & more! So many places to visit and lovely walks on the doorstep. We also had really good weather ☀️. Thanks again Sandra ##### Jacqui O. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023